23 November 2009

Bass Audition Results

there were 5 people that auditioned for the 1 available bass drum spot. All 5 did a very nice job!

And the bass drum spot is awarded to....

Jess!! Congrats!

We will go into more detail about who is playing what bass drum at the first rehearsal. Also we will be marching 4 or 5 cymbals. We will make that decision at the first rehearsal as well.

Do not forget, the first rehearsal is next Tuesday, Dec. 1st from 7:00-9:00.

See you then

19 November 2009

reminders and schedule update

This is just to remind everyone that the first rehearsal is Tuesday Dec. 1st from 7:00-9:00. We will have rehearsal on Tuesdays and Thursday through Dec 17 from 7:00-9:00. If you are unable to attend a rehearsal, you need to let me know asap.

There has been a change for our mini camp that occurs over Christmas break. On the handout from the meeting, the minicamp was going to be Jan 1and Jan 2, all day both days. However, due to not being able to get the gym, at those times, we will be having a split mini camp. The mini camp is: January 1st from 12:00-9:00 and January 3rd from 8:00-4:00. Please put these dates in your calander now. These are VERY important rehearsals because this is when we learn the majority of drill and the pit learns most of the music. It is much like band camp in those regards. If you have a conflict you need to let me know asap so we can figure out how to handle it.

Our contest schedule is:
January 30th- Miamisburg
January 31st- Miamisburg
February 7th- Bellbrook
March 14th- Centerville
March 27th-Championships
March 28th Championships- we will perform both days at Championships.

As always, feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns
Iteachpercussion@woh.rr.com

13 October 2009

Winter Drumline/Guard Meeting

Just a reminder that the winter drumline/guard meeting will be this Thursday, October 15, at 6:00pm in the band room. If you are interested in joining please come to the meeting. It is also helpful if you bring a parent to the meeting as well. Also if you know of anyone else that may be interested please have them come to the meeting.

If you cannot attend the meeting, but are planning on being in the group, please see me to get the information sheet that will be passed out. Also, this allows me to know who and how and people will be in the group.

If you have any questions please contact me
937-570-8774
Iteachpercussion@woh.rr.com

17 August 2009

Tuesday Sectionals

Hello All,

Just a reminder that starting this Tuesday,(August 18th) the percussion section will have sectional after full band rehearsal. The sectional with go from 5:00-6:30. This is for battery and pit both. These sectionals are mandatory. If you are going to miss one I need a note as always.
As the season goes on, we may end these early and cancel one now and then. However, you should always plan on having the sectional.

Also, now that school is about to start your schedules are going to become very busy. Make sure that you keep up with your homework. You still have to find time to practice at home as well. Also, while I understand that sometimes you have a lot of homework certain days, homework is NOT an excused reason to miss ANY rehearsal or sectional. Please keep that in mind and learn to budget your time.

A reminder for the battery, you must have the entire show memorized by Wednesday for the County Fair.

13 June 2009

Pit schedule changes

The pit only needs to be at the morning block of rehearsal on Wednesday June 17th, 9:00-12:00
The pit only needs to be at the afternoon block on Thursday June 18th, 1:00-3:00. They will get out at 3:00 instead of 4:00 on Thursday like the battery.

The pit does not need to attend rehearsal on Wednesday June 24th.

Battery rehearsal times have not changed.

After June 24th everyone needs to follow the full band schedule. Full band rehearsal starts on Tuesday June 30th. Check your band calendar from that point forward.

Once school starts in August the entire percussion section will have sectionals on Tuesdays after full band rehearsal. There will be more info on that as we get closer to time.

11 June 2009

June 12th

The pit does not need to come to rehearsal on Friday June 12th. Please make sure you continue to check the blog for more updates.

Thanks

05 June 2009

June 10th

Our first Summer rehearsal is nearly here. EVERYONE is expected to attend this rehearsal. Battery and Pit (front ensemble) need to be there. Much of the show music will be given to you at this rehearsal. Rehearsal is from 9:00a-1:00p.

If for any reason you cannot be there, you need to let me know via phone or email asap.

See you Wednesday